Great Big Life Update

Well, today I have something a little different – a whole bunch of exciting things that have been happening in our lives behind the scenes! I know this isn’t everyone’s cup of tea, so stop back in next week for more content featuring DIY projects, …Read More

Merry Christmas from Our Handcrafted Life!

Merry Christmas from Our Handcrafted Life!

Merry Christmas! I hope you all have a wonderful Christmas season full of joy, rest, and great food. We will be taking some time off from posting during the holidays to enjoy our family (and visit Disney World!), but I can’t wait to share 2018 …Read More

Don’t Let Your Life Run You – 5 Habits to Crush Busyness

Don’t Let Your Life Run You – 5 Habits to Crush Busyness

One thing we are passionate about as a family is slowing down. We live in a word that celebrates a full calendar. If you ask anyone these days how they’re doing, they will probably something like “Busy, but what can you do?” and shrug away …Read More

Welcome Baby Jackson

Welcome Baby Jackson

We are thrilled to introduce the newest addition to our family! Baby Jackson was born on October 6, 2016 at 5:48am. He was a whopping 8 pounds and 11 ounces of pure sweetness. His name is actually Jack Adron, which holds a special meaning in …Read More

A Special Announcement

A Special Announcement

You may have noticed it’s been a little quieter around here than normal – and I promise you’ll like the reason… That’s right…our little family is growing! We are expecting a new arrival in the Fall of this year and we are over the moon. You …Read More

World Breastfeeding Week: How I Breastfed for 18 Months

World Breastfeeding Week: How I Breastfed for 18 Months

Yes, this post is about breastfeeding (so if you are my dad or my brother, please feel free to skip this one!). I never thought I’d write about this, but it is actually one of the subjects I get asked about most. Even though there …Read More

My Birth Story | Dallas, TX | A Happy Hospital Birth Story

My Birth Story | Dallas, TX | A Happy Hospital Birth Story

I am typically a pretty private person, so it is out of character for me to share something as personal as a birth story with the whole world. But I had a wonderful birth in the hospital and I know (from experience) that moms-to-be just …Read More

A Month in Photos | February

A Month in Photos | February

February Highlights: Sweet Girl’s FIRST BIRTHDAY! (and the hubby’s birthday!) Family and friends came to visit It was warm enough to play at the park – she likes to swing and try to eat the crunchy leaves We are at Ozark Christian College’s Preaching and Teaching …Read More

A Month in Photos | January

A Month in Photos | January

January Highlights: We flew to Illinois to celebrate Christmas with the grandparents First hair cut from Great Aunt Judy The Dallas Zoo has $5 admission through January and February, so we got to visit the lions, apes, and giraffes! Cruising all over the place and …Read More

A Letter to My Daughter on Her First Birthday

A Letter to My Daughter on Her First Birthday

Dear Sweet Baby Girl, Today, you turn ONE! I can’t hardly believe it. My mommy heart is doing flip flops in my chest. I am sad to see you growing up so fast, but I am already so proud of the little girl you are …Read More